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Queen Mary 2 review: what's it really like on board

03 August 2023

Elisabeth Knowles settled in for six days on board – and found herself wishing it were sixteen…

About the queen mary 2.

It’s almost twice as big as the original Queen Mary and over twice the size of Queen Victoria. QM2 weighs 151,400 tonnes and is 345m long, 41m wide and 65m above water level (about the height of a 23-storey building). It can accommodate 2620 guests and 1253 crew.

There are 14 bars and clubs, 10 cafés and restaurants, eight luxury shops, four outdoor swimming pools, a spa with hydrotherapy pool, and many outdoor sporting areas including a putting green, half-size basketball court and a jogging/power-walking deck that goes right the way round the ship.

Note to future passengers: do not dawdle on this deck or you’ll get mowed down by energetic elders.

On a style note, the QM2 reflects the Art Deco heritage of the golden age of sea travel, typified by the transatlantic passage from Southampton in the UK to New York.

Its exterior is painted stately black and white with a red pinstripe, making it one classically elegant ocean liner. Inside, the decor features walnut panelling, patterned carpets and massive chandeliers.

Both the live theatre and the cinema are beautiful grand rooms deserving of your best formal gown. The fact you don’t have to wear one every night is a plus.

Staterooms or cabins on Queen Mary 2

My suite was described as a “Premium Balcony (Sheltered)”. It was suite 6052 on the port (left) side of deck six towards the bow, which I thought would give me land views as we cruised from Darwin. After about an hour watching a blurry stripe of orange coastline, we headed out to sea and didn’t see land again until we reached Bali.

However, ocean cruising is what this ship was built to do.

My cabin was compact but nicely laid out with a king-size bed, a “proper” bathroom including a shower and full-size toilet, and a small lounge area with a coffee table to rest your plates on when indulging in room service.

The TV was small and had limited program options (mostly ’80s movies, international news channels and onboard promos – including a cute morning TV program, hosted by the ship’s entertainment director, called Wake Up With Keith, which featured the cocktail of the day and live interviews with entertainers and crew).

But I spent most of the time “in” my room out on my enclosed balcony, leaning against the rail and watching the sea and sky change colour.

One disappointment was that for a five-star ship, my cabin was still fitted with one of those tiny, ineffectual motel hairdryers on a two-foot cord that is no more effective than standing next to an air-conditioner vent. Come on! This is the QM2. Get some decent hairdryers! (And before you assume it’s because you’re at sea and electricity is at a premium, the upper-class cabins don’t appear to be fitted with the godawful things.)

On the plus side, the beds and pillows were comfy, the sheets were nice, there were welcome flowers and a bowl of fruit left in the room (including, surprisingly, a banana, something most seagoing vessels are superstitious about). There was also a turn-down service complete with chocolate on the pillow, and every deck had a personal steward who looked after any special requirements.

My tip for anyone thinking about a trip on QM2 would be to book a room on deck eight or above if you can afford it, as the balconies in these suites have clear partitions allowing views out to sea even while you’re indoors.

Decks four, five and six have enclosed balconies. While they may protect you from the wind, you can only get a good view if you are standing up near the rail. But if you’re on a budget you can always spend less time in your room and more out on deck.

Life on board Queen Mary 2

It was exciting to arrive at Darwin’s Fort Hill Wharf to see this imposing ship towering above me from dock level.

In Sydney, the QM2 still seems huge, but it’s in scale with the surrounding high-rise buildings and Harbour Bridge; here, in Darwin’s port, where the relatively low-rise CBD isn’t visible from the wharf, the liner looked simply humongous. It was really quite intimidating – and exhilarating – wheeling my suitcase up the gangplank.

Inside, QM2 was very much like a five-star hotel, complete with check-in desk. The only difference was that you had to hand over your passport as if you were boarding a plane. The handover was required not only because ships are international territory but because we’d be docking in Bali on day three of my journey.

But back to Darwin: a sense of fanfare was evident in port as representatives from the local newspaper, NT News, handed out commemorative newspaper front pages with “Welcome to Darwin” along with an image of the ship. This convivial reception continued as the ship pulled out of port, with tugboats escorting us out of the harbour, spraying celebratory jets of water as we went.

People on their own private boats also came out to see us off. I stood on my suite’s balcony, watching it all. There’s nothing like the thrill of setting off on an adventure, and on a cruise ship that sensation is amplified.

To experience a grand ship like this, I was told you really need as many days at sea as possible, because it’s the only way you’ll get to explore it properly and try out all the activities. After experiencing four full sea days, I know that’s true. There really is no shortage of things to do (see “On-ship Activities”, next page).

I know a lot of people below retirement age worry that they’d feel “stuck” on board a cruise ship and don’t like the idea of being inactive, but I didn’t feel that way. Admittedly, the average age of oceangoers seemed to be over 60 and I probably wouldn’t pay to go back before retirement age, but it was truly a lot of fun. And I do like the idea of cruising post-retirement – if my generation can afford to be that leisurely!

I was worried about seasickness, but because the QM2 is a huge ocean liner, it is incredibly stable in calm waters. Indoors, you don’t really notice the motion at all.

However, as we neared Fremantle the afternoon and night before port, even the QM2 got the wobbles. From a deckchair, I watched a cargo ship following a parallel course to ours. The ship felt a little rocky, but the other ship was really struggling. Every time it hit a wave the entire front half of the ship was submerged, then it seemed to lift up out of the water like a rearing horse.

Docking in Fremantle was great, because the bridge crew had to navigate an extremely narrow channel, and little tiny tugs had to push the great big ship close to the dock.

Three favourite things on board Queen Mary 2

The library:.

It has more than 8000 books and an extensive selection of magazines (including Australian Traveller!).

For this circumnavigation cruise the State Library of NSW had loaned original logbooks from Matthew Flinders’ explorations, and librarian Paul Brunton was on board to give fascinating talks on Flinders’ trips on Tom Thumb. The library has club chairs pointed toward the bow, so you can sit, read and look up to meditate on where you’re going.

There’s also a pretty cool bookshop with great general interest fiction and nonfiction, as well as specialist books on cruising – such as all the info you could need on the Cunard line, and a surprising number of publications about the Titanic, for the masochists on board.

The pool decks:

People staying in the superior suites have the privilege of a pool deck of their own, so they don’t have to mix with the masses.

There is a little kids’ pool, a splash pool for the elderly and those who can’t swim and a main pool where you can enjoy the sun at the stern, watching the massive wake recede behind you.

It’s such a contrast to go from indoors, where you inevitably spend most of your time, out into the open air and sunshine. Bliss.

The luxury experiences:

While most things are included in the tariff, it’s worth opening your wallet for a few exceptional exclusive experiences.

Fine-dining restaurant Todd English is simply superb, as is the Commodore Club, a relaxed and chic cocktail bar with a humidified cigar lounge off to one side.

It’s one of the places on the ship that feels as luxurious as you’d expect of the QM2. The Veuve Cliquot bar is pretty good too, for obvious reasons; you can do champagne tastings here. Canyon Ranch Spa Club is also worth a splurge for its lovely hydrotherapy pool and relaxing lounge areas for sea views away from the crowds.

Actually, I had four favourite things. Illuminations Cinema is Art Deco in style with big comfy seats. It screens two movies a day free of charge – usually a classic and a new release. I am a cinefile so I saw a film every day, including Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides in 3D. Happily, I could walk out of Terence Malick’s Tree of Life without feeling like I’d wasted my money. At certain times, part of the cinema converts into a planetarium, a domed ceiling onto which 3D movies about astronomy are projected. All of them seemed to be narrated by honey-voiced stars such as Morgan Freeman and Harrison Ford. Worth watching with your eyes shut, really.

Three downsides on board Queen Mary 2

These points are trivial in relation to the rest of my QM2 experience, but:

The minibar:

A little bar fridge houses a couple of soft drink options and mineral water; no food. But there is round-the-clock in-room dining, and loads of food at every turn, so it’s unlikely you’d feel like a between-meals snack.

There were also no in-room tea- and coffee-making facilities. Sure, room service is included in the tariff but the freedom to have tea when you feel like it is dampened by having to wait for it. Every other luxury hotel seems to have one of those mini coffee machines these days, too. But not the QM2.

Buffet dining:

There was a lot of food, and an excellent selection of cooked meals, salads and desserts, but I do not really enjoy self-serve meals in large quantities.

Even on a top-end ship with lots of staff, there were spillages, crowds of people to manoeuvre around and a general feeling that you’re in a queue and have to rush to find a free table at peak times.

Luckily, there were alternatives. You could dine à la carte for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Britannia Restaurant (for the lower-level suites) or the Queens Grill or Princess Grill for the more expensive staterooms.

Cruise malaise:

I think this would be true of me on any ship, but I felt jet-lagged onboard – slow, sluggish. Probably because we were so well fed!

Activities on board Queen Mary 2

Every evening on turn-down, you receive a daily programme for the next day.

Shortly after I boarded I wrote a list of things I wanted to do before I got off: see a live show in the theatre; do a lesson, such as flower-arranging or Photoshop; attend a lecture; visit the planetarium; browse the shops; have a high tea; swim; read on a deckchair; visit the art gallery (where there was a Rolf Harris exhibition); have an espresso martini at Sir Samuel coffee shop; and go to the observation deck at night. The only thing I didn’t do was get outside at night. I was just too busy!

The lecture program is sensational. As well as the Flinders lecture, talks were conducted by maritime historian Chris Frame (who spoke about QE2’s role in conflicts, such as being in service during the Falklands War), oceanographer Dr Denny Whiford (who spoke about different types of ocean waves) and social entrepreneur David Bassau (who talked on microfinance and foreign aid). I’m just upset I didn’t get to play deck quoits.

Queen Mary 2 shore excursions

We pulled into port at Padang Bay, Bali, first thing in the morning and were transferred to shore on tenders (which double as lifeboats – argh!).

I put my name down for a Bali Highlights tour that took us to active volcano Kintamani and Batur Bay. We also did a whirlwind tour of Bali’s cultural sites – a wood-carving shop, a rice paddy, a temple and a dancing demonstration.

It was wonderful, and I do love Bali, having visited many times – but I wondered whether it is due to the size of the ship that guests couldn’t have experienced Western Australia’s coast instead, such as Broome and the Kimberley.

I can understand if there are environmental concerns and a lack of infrastructure, but it would have been nice if the circumnavigation of Australia had allowed overseas guests to experience our coastal “outback”, because it is so unlike anywhere else. Maybe Broome’s wharf is too shallow for such a large ship, I’m not sure.

Food on board Queen Mary 2

Each category of suite gets its own restaurant to dine in at night – I ate in the main dining room, Britannia Restaurant, which seats 1347 guests over two sittings. There are also two exclusive restaurants for the highest-grade staterooms – the Queens Grill (200 seats) and Princess Grill (178 seats). There are 10 restaurants and cafés.

Kings Court Buffet has casual dining for breakfast and lunch, but trickily converts into yummy speciality dining at night – La Piazza for Italian, Lotus for Asian fusion, The Carvery for British staples and the Chef’s Gallery (a demonstration kitchen).

Fine-dining restaurant Todd English is designed by the eponymous Boston-based celebrity chef. It’s Mediterranean cuisine with a twist, in a lovely setting.

At the other end of the spectrum, the Boardwalk Café is outdoors and serves quick bites.

Recommended: high tea is served silver-service-style in the Queens Room, a large ballroom.

Queen Mary 2 Review Details

I was lucky enough to be onboard the ship’s first Royal Circumnavigation tour of Australia – a 28-day trip that took in the following ports: Sydney, Brisbane, Whitsundays, Yorkeys Knob (Cairns), Darwin, Bali, Fremantle, Adelaide, Melbourne and back to Sydney. It was a bit of a shame that the tour skipped Tasmania – even Commodore Christopher Rynd seemed disappointed by this in a Q&A with his passengers.

Darwin to Fremantle via Padang Bay, Bali. Duration: Six nights.

Number of cabins: 1310 staterooms.

Number of rooms and suites:

1017 outside doubles; 293 inside doubles; 955 balcony rooms (equalling 73% of cabins). 30 rooms are available for disabled guests, with wheelchair access, wider doors and adapted toilets. There are also facilities for blind guests, including braille and tactile signs.

There are 10 different styles of state room: top of the line are the Grand Duplexes – the most luxurious suites at sea, comprising 208m2 of living space with a large, clear-sided balcony offering sea views, fully stocked bar included in the tariff, dining area seating eight, dressing room, plasma TV, home office, exercise equipment, two marble dressing rooms and a whirlpool bath. At the opposite end of the spectrum, Standard Inside cabins are 18m2 and have king or twin beds.

On this voyage, fares for the full 28-day circumnavigation were priced from $6149 per person twin share. At time of printing, bookings on the QM2’s next voyage to Oz (18 nights, Hong Kong to Sydney, early 2013) were priced from $3209 per person twin share.\

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Crossing The Atlantic By Ocean Liner. My Cunard Queen Mary 2 Winter Crossing And Ship Review And Video Tour

by Gary Bembridge · January 15, 2013

Crossing The Atlantic By Ocean Liner. My Cunard Queen Mary 2 Winter Crossing And Ship Video Review And Tour One of the great journeys of all time is crossing the Atlantic by Ocean Liner.

Cunard Queen Mary 2 QM2 Winter Atlantic Day

By the late 1940s and into the 1950s, the number of transatlantic liners working the route from various parts of Europe to the United States and Canada had grown to almost 60 a week. The demand to travel between the 2 continents was so huge that lines competed fiercely with more and more grand liners and features.

The birth of regular and scheduled jet liner travel between Europe and North America obliterated the transatlantic liner business. At times in the 1960s ships like Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth had as little as 100 passengers on it – and well over 1000 crew. Since the 1970s the only regular and scheduled liner crossing the Atlantic was Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth 2.

Today there is only one true ocean liner that has a scheduled transatlantic service.

This is Cunard’s Queen Mary 2. This unique, one off and glamorous ship has been designed to ply the hard and challenging North Atlantic route. It is the only ship that has a regular scheduled service. Other cruise lines do offer repositioning cruises across the Atlantic when moving their ships at the end and start of the cruising season in Europe and the Caribbean. However, many will avoid the challenging North Atlantic route and sail from Europe to the Caribbean, as the seas will usually be calmer and something a cruise ship design can cope with better.

Crossing the Atlantic in winter, even on the Queen Mary 2, can be a very boisterous at times.

I have crossed from Southampton on both the Queen Elizabeth 2 and the Queen Mary 2. The QM2 handled it much better than the QE2, but still there was quite a lot of movement. A good smattering of people at the start of the winter crossing felt seasick as a result, though less than I had experienced on the Queen Elizabeth 2 in slightly less stormy seas.

I love crossing the atlantic by ocean liner. And, in fact, found the winter crossing on the QM2 even more wonderful than the summer crossing I have done on the ship. The ship is designed to work through the Atlantic when it is rough and aggressive. The movement from churning through the Force 8, 9 and eventually Force 11 storms with 30 to 40 foot swells was exciting and impressive. You appreciate the power of nature and the atlantic, but also feel safe and secure as this is what the Queen Mary 2 has been designed and built to handle.

Though, you so have the whole of the massive and beautiful Queen Mary 2 itself to enjoy, explore and be pampered in!

The best way of showing and bringing the whole experience alive is not to write about it but to show it. So I have made a video that shows the seas during the crossing that were at times Force 11 and then I take you on a detailed tour of the stunning Cunard Queen Mary 2 and all the public rooms and restaurants during the crossing.

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Gary Bembridge

I grew up in Zimbabwe, but I have been based in London since 1987. My travel life spans more than three decades and that includes more than 95 cruises. In 2005, I launched Tips for Travellers to make it easy and fun for people to discover, plan and enjoy incredible cruise vacations. And the rest, as they say, is history. I have the largest cruise vlogger channel currently on YouTube, with more than 3 million video views per month.

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Great video Gary. Wish I was there!

Rob. Thanks for watching and taking the time to post. Glad you enjoyed it. I wish I was back there too….!!!! Gary

Lovely video’s! I’d love to take that trip too! I know someday I will! Looks absolutely amazing!

Thanks for visiting and watching them, pleased that you enjoyed them. It is an amazing trip. Well worth doing!

Dear Rob Thanks for giving us an insight into a winter transatlantic. My family are about to embark on this trip for Xmas and are so looking forward to it. However we are taking our two teenage daughters 16 and 19 with us and just hoping they won’t be the only teenagers on board ! Have you any tips or advice also regarding cabin position we are on deck 11 I think. Thank you again for doing such a great website Angela

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Queen Mary 2 last position

Queen Mary 2 last location was at North East Atlantic Ocean (coordinates 49.75526 N / -7.04038 W) cruising at speed of 21.5 kn (40 km/h | 25 mph) en route to GBSOU>USNYC. The AIS position was reported 6 hours ago.

Current itinerary of Queen Mary 2

Queen Mary 2 current cruise is 123 days, round-trip Full World Voyage , themed as "Easter". The itinerary starts on 03 Jan, 2024 and ends on 05 May, 2024 .

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Queen Mary 2 Itineraries

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The 2004-built RMS Queen Mary 2 cruise ship is the oldest and most famous of all Cunard liners, with fleetmates the sisterships MS Queen Victoria (2007) and MS Queen Elizabeth (2010), and Cunard's newest liner (2024-built) Queen Anne .

The vessel (IMO number 9241061) is currently Bermuda- flagged (MMSI 310627000) and registered in Hamilton . The previous flag state/registry was the UK/Southampton (MMSI 235762000).

History - construction and ownership

Cunard Line is a British-American cruise brand, operated by Carnival UK and owned by Carnival Corporation (shipowner). Cunard is headquartered in Southampton (England UK) and is among the world's oldest passenger shipping companies . In 2015, Cunard Line celebrated its 175th anniversary.

Cunard held the Blue Riband for the fastest Atlantic voyage for most of the next 30 years. In 1968 Cunard Line withdrew from year-round service to concentrate on cruising and summer transatlantic sailings for vacationers. The Queens were replaced by QE2 (Queen Elizabeth 2), which was designed for her special dual role. In 1998, Carnival Corporation acquired Cunard. Five years later, Queen Elizabeth 2 was replaced on her transAtlantic runs by QM2 (Queen Mary 2).

Currently, Cunard is the only shipping company operating a regularly scheduled passenger service between North America and Europe.

The 1300-passenger ship RMS Queen Mary 2 is Cunard's current flagship, one of the most modern (by design and technologies) and currently the world's biggest ocean liner specifically designed for regular Transatlantic ocean crossings. QM2 was created with perfection, from bow to stern, with gorgeous public areas, lavish restaurants, ballrooms, theatres, bars and lounges, and even a Planetarium (the first at sea). In order for passengers to be well protected when the ship is moving fast (30 knots), invisible windscreens were built.

Stephen Payne was the vessel's naval architect - a CCL-Carnival's designer, who resembled features of some former ocean liners. These aspects include three thick black lines which recall the appearance of the first Queen Mary. Because Queen Mary 2 is too large and cannot dock in all ports, the passengers are ferried in tenders to and from the ship. For transporting passengers to shore, tenders pull up to loading stations, which have large hull doors for hydraulically opening outwards and forming a boarding platform.

The vessel changed its flag-state in 2011 (from London UK to Hamilton Bermuda) in order to allow shipboard weddings at sea. RMS stands for "Royal Mail Ship" - a gesture to Cunard Line's history.

RMS Queen Mary 2 is the only ocean liner with regularly scheduled Transatlantic cruise crossings between England and the USA (Southampton and NYC New York). She provides premium travel experiences with contemporary amenities, highly-trained staff, and most professional crew. By GT-tonnage (148528 tons) QM2 is also one of the world's largest passenger ships .

Cunard QM2's first World Cruise started on January 10, 2007, navigating around the globe for 81 days. On February 20, in Sydney NSW, she met Queen Elizabeth 2 - being also on a World Voyage. Numerous viewers were at the harbor bridge although the queens' arrival time was 5:42 am. This was the first time they met since the original Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary served in 1941 as troopships.

Queen Mary 2 embarked on a 3-month voyage around the world from Southampton on January 10, 2012. She traveled south and afterward east around Africa, then along the east coastline of Australia heading to Japan and back to Southampton through the Suez Canal.

Another Royal Rendezvous took place in New York on January 13, 2011, at 6:45 pm, in front of the Statue of Liberty. Queen Mary 2 met Queen Victoria and the brand-new Queen Elizabeth. The two other ships- QE and QV crossed the Atlantic in tandem for the event. The fireworks and the red lights of the Empire State Building marked the event. For the celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, the Queens met again in Southampton on June 5, 2012.

Decks and Cabins

RMS Queen Mary 2 staterooms (1363 total) include 170 Suites, 813 Balcony, 74 Oceanview (of which 12 Lanai/Atrium-View), 286 Inside rooms, in all 29 categories. The ship has 479 connecting, 26 wheelchair-accessible and 15 studios (single-occupancy cabins). The largest are the Grand Duplex Suites (1600 ft2 / 149 m2 plus 645 ft2 / 60 m2 terrace).

The boat has 18 decks , of which 13 passenger-accessible and 11 with cabins.

Passenger staterooms are in the following types: Standard Inside (no window), Lanai/Standard Atrium View (Standard Inside with a small window), Standard Oceanview (1 small non-opening porthole with seaviews), Britannia Club Balcony and Britannia Balcony (with glass-fronted step-out balconies) and the rest are Suites (Princess, Queen, Penthouse, Royal, Duplex, Grand Duplex).

Theoretically, RMS Queen Mary 2 is a classless ship, but passengers are actually separated (like on all Cunard liners) as their onboard dining locations are according to their cabin's category/cruise fares paid.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

All Cunard ships have 3 main restaurants offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner: Queens Grill Restaurant is designated for guests staying in Queens Grill accommodations. Evening dining is anytime between 6.30 pm - 9.00 pm. Princess Grill Restaurant - for guests staying in Princess Grill accommodations. Evening dining is anytime between 6.30- 9 pm. Britannia Restaurant - for guests staying in Britannia Balcony, Oceanview or Inside Staterooms. Dining arrangements depend on the class of accommodation passengers have chosen. Most of them prefer the Britannia class and dine in the main restaurant. Passengers can upgrade to a "junior suite" and then dine in Princess Grill, or choose a suite and then dine in the Queens Grill. Thus they are grouped by Cunard as the so-called Grill Passengers who are permitted to the Queens' Grill Lounge and may also use the private area on deck 11 and its whirlpool. The other public areas are allowed to use by all passengers.

Each stateroom is allocated and most cabins are allocated to Britannia restaurant - two-story with 1,300 seats. Princess Grill on deck 7 is for the more expensive staterooms- the Queen's Grill on the same deck - for the very best ones. Fares include all meals in the allocated restaurant and the afternoon tea served in King's Court or Queen's Room. Food is excellent - you may choose different starters, main courses, desserts, being changed every day. Dining optional venues - instead of in allocated restaurants, you can choose to eat in the self-service informal King's Court on deck 7 (with several buffet areas) or in the Golden Lion pub on deck 2. You may have breakfast or lunch at the King's Court area which is open twenty-four hours a day - it serves as a buffet restaurant. Todd English restaurant on deck 8 serves superb food, call in the morning to reserve a table.

Each cabin has free room service with a simple menu - burgers, pasta, crackers which can be ordered by phone at any time. If you order drinks, they are charged at bar prices.

When you book you may request a sitting. The Britannia restaurant has two for dinner - at 6 p.m. and at 8.30 p.m. Princess Grill and Queens Grill do not have sittings - when they are open, you can dine any time you choose. A note for confirmation sitting and table number will be left in your stateroom when you board. Lunch and breakfast do not require allocated tables or sittings.

NOTE: During the ship's major drydock refit in 2016, "Winter Garden" was replaced with "Carinthia Lounge". The new lounge offers alternative breakfast, lunchtime options, and premium coffees. Also during the 2016 refurbishment, "Todd English" (Mediterranean cuisine) was replaced with "The Verandah" - a contemporary French cuisine restaurant. The buffet-style "Kings Court" was completely transformed, with the addition of a smokehouse (alternative dining concept).

Passengers staying in suites are offered new menus in refurbished settings by Princess Grill and Queens Grill restaurants. Britannia Restaurant, Golden Lion pub, and Veuve Clicquot Champagne Bar all boast refreshed menus. Cunard Line has created many of the new menus in its development kitchen in Southampton.

Follows the complete list of Queen Mary 2 restaurants and food bars.

• King's Court (478-seat self-service buffet restaurant, with Chef's Galley area for culinary demonstrations and Chef's Table menu on select evenings; sectioned in 4 casual dining venues - Chef Galley, The Carvery, Lotus, La Piazza)
• Britannia Restaurant (1351-seat, 3-decks high Dining Room; serves open-seating Breakfast and Lunch. Dinners are waiter-served, with 2 assigned sittings at 6 or 8:30 p.m. Inside is the Britannia Club which is a private dining room for Britannia Club Balcony guests)
• The Carvery (offers gourmet English cuisine, reservations are recommended)
• Lotus (Asian cuisine with Chinese, Japanese, Indian and Thai dishes; reservations only)
• La Piazza (24-hour; serves Italian cuisine; reservations recommended)
• Queens Grill Restaurant (206-seat, for Queens Grill Suite guests; with regular and an a la carte menu)
• Princess Grill Restaurant (180-seat, Princess Grill Suite guests only; open-sitting, with the same menu as at the Queens Grill)
• Todd English (216-seat specialty restaurant, reservations are required)
• Boardwalk Cafe (a fast-food bar serving the pool area).

Transatlantic cruise travel is more formal as a dress code. During the day, passengers definitely tend towards country club casual. At night, even when it isn't a formal-designated evening, passengers dress up anyway. There are 3 dress codes in the main restaurants after 6 pm each evening. Which one applies each night is noted in pre-voyage documentation and daily program in all staterooms.

• Formal (men - dinner jacket with a black tie or dark business suit; women- evening dress)
• Semi-formal (men- jacket and a tie; women - cocktail dress/trouser suit)
• Elegant casual (men - a jacket, a tie is optional; women - skirt, dress or trousers). Shorts and T-shirts are not permitted.

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

The facilities on Queen Mary 2 include fifteen bars and restaurants, a theatre, casino, ballroom and five swimming pools (four of the ship's five swimming pools are outdoors), together with the first planetarium at sea. You can also use the ship's kennels and nursery. QM2 has a shipboard class dining system.

As it is with most modern passenger ships, the major public rooms onboard are situated on the lowest decks while the passenger cabins are stacked above them. This way the designers made it possible more staterooms to be equipped with balconies not affected by ocean waves.

The Illuminations Theatre, the first at sea Planetarium and a Cinema are on Deck 2, where are also the Empire Casino, the Royal Court Theatre, the Grand Lobby, the Golden Lion Pub, Britannia Restaurant's level 1. The upper level of Illuminations Theatre, Britannia Restaurant, and Royal Court Theatre are on Deck 3, together with a shopping arcade, Queen's Room, Veuve Cliquot (champagne bar), Sir Samuel's (wine bar), Chart Room, G32 Nightclub.

Another public deck (Deck 7) houses the Winter Garden, Canyon Ranch Spa, King's Court, Queen's Grill Lounge, the restaurants Princess Grill and Queen's Grill.

On Deck 8 is the Todd English Restaurant, 8000-volume Library, Book Shop, a large outdoor swimming pool.

QM2 also has a large amount of commissioned artworks (5000+) by artists from 16 different countries. These are visible in the hallways/corridors, lobbies, various public rooms.

Each evening a daily program for the next day will be delivered to your stateroom, showing detailed information about activities on board, opening and closing times of bars, restaurants, and other facilities. There is also an ongoing program of plays, shows, lectures. Several live bands with dancing every evening will entertain you on board. If you prefer disco - visit the G32 nightclub. Do not forget Canyon Ranch spa on deck 7 which offers from massages to manicures, jacuzzis, and saunas.

Cunard cruise ship weddings, ceremonies, and parties could be held in some of the QM2's lounges. There is no chapel on the ship.

Follows the complete list of Queen Mary 2 lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

• Royal Court Theatre (1105-seats, 2-decks high; has a dynamic stage for grand show / musical productions; features concert hall acoustic and high tech equipment). Via a 3-year partnership deal with RSC-Royal Shakespeare Company (2022 through 2025/May-Aug and Sept-Nov), at the Royal Court Theatre are also hosted theatrical performances by RSC actors. The company's program for QM2 includes "Boundless as the Sea" (a piece created by Owen Horsley exclusively for Cunard Line) as well as "Miss Littlewood" (musical show by Sam Kenyon) and "Shakespeare Tales" (informal events with RSC actors performing their favorite pieces (sonnets and speeches) and interacting with the audience.
• Illuminations Theatre (493-seat, 2-leveled, with a giant movie screen; hosts the world's only Planetarium at sea for astronomy shows, virtual reality movies, and high-tech visual programs)
• Grand Lobby Atrium (with a grand piano, grand sweeping staircase, interior glass-wall lifts)
• Golden Lion Pub (123-seat traditional British pub bar; features a large selection of the UK and international beers, large-size TVs, live entertainment, small dance floor)
• Empire Casino (222-seat, 6000 ft2 / 610 m2; with 115 slots and 11 gambling tables, served by Casino Bar)
• Images Photo Gallery & Shop (professional photo-video services; exhibits fine artworks)
• Cunard ConneXions (a complex of 7 rooms that host onboard events)
• Cyber Centre (has 9 Internet computers, with 35 Internet workstations available in the other ConnneXions rooms)
• Clarendon Art Gallery (art auctions and exhibitions; the artworks are all originals)
• Video Arcade (with the newest video games for all passengers)
• Mayfair Shops (shopping arcade; luxury jewelry, watches, fashion clothes, formal wear, QM2 logo merchandise)
• Veuve Cliquot Bar (Champagne bar; the menu also includes tapas and canapes)
• Sir Samuels Bar (specialty coffee/tea and patisserie bar)
• Chart Room (cocktail bar with live jazz)
• Queens Room (2-level formal dancing ballroom; features the biggest dancefloor at sea)
• G32 Disco & Nightclub (named after the QM2 ship's yard number; with live band music and DJ program)
• The PlayZone (club lounge area and nursery for kids; complimentary)
• The Zone (supervised teens club lounge, equipped for kids activities)
• Minnows Pool (QM2 family pool area, with a sunbathing area and a splash pool)
• The Canyon Ranch Spa & Salon complex (size 20000 ft2 / 1860 m2, 2-level; with a Spa, Thalassotherapy Pool, Thermal Suite, Finnish and Herbal Saunas, Treatment Rooms, Relaxation Lounge, Aromatic Steam Room, Beauty Salon)
• Fitness Centre (Gym Room and Weights area; with 8 exercise bikes, 10 Elliptical machines, 14 treadmills, 4 steppers, 2 rowing machines, yoga mats)
• Carinthia Lounge (ex-Winter Garden; 278-seat, size 7000 ft2 / 650 m2 classy lounge and supper club with live plants area, live music performances; serves Afternoon Champagne Tea, specialty cocktails and pre-dinner snacks)
• Queens Grill Lounge (Queens Grill Suite guests only venue with white-glove service and live piano music)
• QM2 Book Shop; The Library (with the largest book selection at sea - over 8000 volumes)
• Terrace Pool Area (with two Whirlpools, poolside bar, sunbathing area, and Band Stand)
• Commodore Club (115-seat indoor observation lounge with panoramic windows and live piano music)
• Boardroom (a lounge for private parties and meetings)
• Churchill's Cigar Lounge (QM2's smokers' room with a selection of fine liquors and cigars)
• Concierge Lounge (private club venue for Princess and Queens Grill guests)
• Atlantic Room (meeting room; doubles as Card Room)
• Queens Grills Terrace (private outside pool area for Queens Grill passengers with bar service and Jacuzzi)
• Pavilion Pool Area (with two Whirlpools, Magrodome, served by the Pavilion Pool Bar)
• 22 kennels for pets (dogs and cats; with a fire hydrant and lamp post in the area reserved exclusively for walking the dogs)
• The Fairways (2 golf simulator machines, 51 golfing course choices)
• Sports Centre (1/2 size basketball court; Deck Games area with quoits, shuffleboard, chessboard, paddle tennis, mini-golf course)
• The Sun Deck's pool area (with Splash Pool and two Whirlpools; a sunbathing area with loungers; served by the Regatta Bar).

Itineraries

Queen Mary 2 itinerary program is based on regular Transatlantic crossings with departures from Southampton England UK , Hamburg Germany , and NYC New York USA . Each year the ship offers an Around the World Voyage sailing roundtrip from Southampton and oneway itinerary segments. QM2 features special Cunard cruises to Canada (New England) and the Caribbean, also with departures from UK and USA.

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Queen Mary 2 Wiki

RMS Queen Mary 2 (QM2) is Cunard Line's oldest and one of the world's most famous ocean liners of all time. As vessel class and design, QM2 is an "ocean liner" designed specifically for regularly scheduled passenger express Transatlantic crossings between the UK and the USA. Departures are from 3 homeports - in the USA ( New York City ), the UK ( Southampton ) and Germany ( Hamburg ). Most of these voyages are according to a fixed Transatlantic schedule with 7-day North Atlantic crossings between Southampton and NYC. The short (7-day) itinerary is usually without any ports of call.

Cunard's QM2 construction was completed on December 23, 2003. The inaugural cruise/maiden voyage to Fort Lauderdale Florida started on January 12, 2004.

The ship's Godmother was HM Queen Elizabeth II (UK's ruling monarch/1926-2022). The naming ceremony was held on January 8th, at Port Southampton. The special event featured live musical performances by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra/RPO and the Royal Marines Band (the British Navy's musical wing).

The ship was named "RMS Queen Mary 2" in respect of Cunard Line's Royal Mail service.

RMS Queen Mary 2's building cost is over USD 900 million - ranking the vessel nearly 2 times more expensive than most of the currently operated cruise liners. The construction was costly because the ship is big and the materials used were of the highest possible quality. Plus, vessel's construction demanded 40% more steel than an ordinary cruising vessel. When launched in 2004, QM2 became world's biggest cruise liner ever .

QM2's cruising speed of 30 knots (56 kph / 35 mph) ranks it world’s fastest cruise liner currently in operation. The vessel's service speed is 26 knots (48 kph / 30 mph). RMS Queen Mary 2 is the first cruise ship with CODAG propulsion system (“combined diesel and gas”) based on gas turbines that magnify diesel-produced power.

Illuminations Theatre is the first Planetarium at sea. The ship also has the largest Library at sea (8000+ volumes), the first Canyon Ranch SpaClub at sea, a total of 15 dining venues, 5 swimming pools, 620-m wraparound promenade deck, onboard kennels (available only on the transatlantic crossings). QM2 is Post-Panamax vessel (can’t pass through the old Panama Canal locks), designed specifically for Transatlantic crossings. Among the fun facts are, that on Transatlantic crossings, QM2 is supplied with about 65 000 fresh eggs and about 150 tons of food. Propulsion demands are however even more impressive. QM2 ship needs 1850 tons of diesel oil and 1000 tons of fuel for the gas turbines on a regular 7-day North Atlantic crossing between USA and UK. It takes 6 hours to fill her storage tanks.

In August 2004 (during the Summer Olympics in Greece), the ship was chartered and stayed docked for 2 weeks in Port Piraeus (Athens) serving as ship hotel. Among the guests were Tony Blair (UK's Prime Minister), Jacques Chirac (France's President), George W. Bush (USA's President), the whole US Olympic basketball team, John Cleese (UK actor), Richard Dreyfuss (US actor), Harold Evans (UK journalist and author), George Lucas (film director and producer), Carly Elisabeth Simon (US singer), Rod Stewart (UK singer), Donald Trump (media magnate / future US President).

On October 19, 2011, the vessel changed its registry (flag-state) from UK to Bermuda which allows cruise wedding ceremonies to be held on the ship. The word "Southampton" on the stern was replaced with "Hamilton". This was the first time in Cunard's history when its liner was registered not in the UK.

In early-February 2017, Cunard Line announced company's sponsorship of the "Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show". This prestigious all-breed conformation show is held annually in NYC New York since 1877. The onboard show took place on February 11-14. The winner and its owner were offered a free QM2 Transatlantic Crossing.

On December 8, 2017, QM2 operated a cruise-themed after "The New York Times" crossword's 75th anniversary. During "The Crossword Crossing" (7-night Transatlantic cruise NYC to Southampton), QM2 passengers had the unique chance to test their crossword skills and meet the newspaper's crossword experts (including Ben Zimmer, Deb Amlen, Joel Fagliano). They offered insight into the media's popular puzzles via daily scheduled themed events (lectures, game sessions, other activities). The New York Times' first crossword puzzle was published in 1942. It became a daily occurrence by 1950 and is now one of the media's most popular features.

On itinerary August 31-September 7, 2017, the passenger liner hosted the 2nd "Cunard Transatlantic Fashion Week" cruise from Southampton to NYC. These themed voyages bring together some of the world's most renowned fashion brand representatives. On each of the 7 days at sea are hosted fashion shows, formal dinners, exclusive events, workshops, and talks. Among the 2017 voyage's VIPs were Julien Macdonald (celebrity designer) and Colin McDowell (fashion writer). Three new for Cunard pop-up stores on the QM2 ship offered for purchasing latest fashion collection items, including Mulberry (purses and bags), Lucy Choi (designer shoes) and Melissa Odabash (designer swimwear).

An interesting fact is that a baby boy was born on board RMS Queen Mary 2 on January 17, 2016, while en route to New York . The ship was on a transatlantic crossing from Southampton when a German passenger went into labor. The ship doctor delivered the baby. The baby boy, who arrived 3 weeks early, was named Benjamin Brooklyn.

Starting in January each year, RMS Queen Mary 2 "World Cruise" is a huge event on the cruising market. Compared to other lines, Cunard's World Cruises deals offer affordable prices, exciting destinations and "big and famous" ports of call to visit around the world.

Cunard World Cruise 2022 (Queen Mary 2)

RMS Queen Mary 2 has scheduled a 118-day World Voyage 2022 which replaced all scheduled QM2 cruises departing January 3 through April 3, 2022 (including a voyage to South America).

The voyage departs roundtrip from Southampton (104-day, booking code M203I) and from New York City (118-day, booking code M202F) and visits Greece, Israel, Dubai, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong China, Australia, Bali, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Italy, Portugal. The itinerary also features two Suez Canal crossings (on both the eastbound and westbound route) and overnights in Haifa, Dubai, Hong Kong, Sydney NSW, Singapore, a late-night departure from Colombo.

Queen Mary 2 World Cruise 2022 is bookable either as a full voyage (118-night / 104-night) or in several shorter segments from NYC (to Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong, Sydney Australia), Southampton (to Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong, Sydney NSW, Fremantle) and itineraries departing out of Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia. The full itinerary visits 27 ports in 16 countries and 33 UNESCO Sites. Customers with full itinerary (roundtrip) bookings enjoy a Welcome Onboard Reception, services by World Voyage Concierges, use of an exclusive lounge, Gala Event ashore, complimentary daily gratuities.

Prices for the 118-night full voyage (NYC roundtrip Jan 3 - May 1) started from GBP 13000 / ~USD 16900 / ~EUR 14300 per person (inside stateroom at double occupancy). Prices for the 104-night full voyage (UK roundtrip Jan 10 - April 24) started from GBP 10100 / ~USD 13150 / ~EUR 11100 per person (inside stateroom at double occupancy).

RMS Queen Mary 2 refurbishments review

The ship's last drydock was in 2023 (October 23 to November 12, at Damen Shiprepair Rotterdam ) and mainly for routine/general maintenance and class works, inspections, a technical overhaul, hull cleaning and repainting.

QM2's drydock in 2021 (August-September) was at Damen Shiprepair Brest ( Brest France ), during which were conducted mainly general maintenance works, as well as hull cleaning and painting.

During Cunard Line’s 175th anniversary celebrations was announced that QM2 enters 25-day long drydock in 2016 (May 27 to June 21). The drydock (at Blohm+Voss Shipyard in Hamburg Germany ) resulted in the following changes:

The Winter Garden lounge on Lido Deck 7 was redesigned and transformed into the new Carinthia Lounge. The lounge is named after the Cunard's two Carinthia ships – RMS Carinthia (1925-1940) and RMS Carinthia (1956-2006).

On deck 8, the ship’s signature restaurant Todd English was replaced by “The Verandah Restaurant”. The new restaurant (available on both QM2 fleetmates) offers gourmet French regional cuisine (with seasonal influences) plus a fine French wines list. The new specialty dinner is at a surcharge and opens for lunch and dinner only. The Verandah Grill has its own bar selling pre/post-meal drinks.

172 suites (all Princess and Queen Grill suite accommodations on the QM2 ship’s upper decks) were comprehensively redesigned to maximize space. Their decoration was also changed, reflecting the Cunard Line’s history. The changes include new luxury textures in soothing colours and new carpeting (with a rugs-design inspired by the old RMS Queen Mary liner).

Extensive development work involving Cunard guests and the onboard Queen Mary 2 galley teams has been undertaken over the last eighteen months in the redesign of this very popular area of the flagship. Enhancements are planned to both the service and culinary offerings in Kings Court with the refreshed venue featuring new menus, the convenience of pre-set tables and waiter-served drinks.

The King's Court (self-service buffet restaurant on lido deck 7 midship) was majorly redesigned. Both central-location elevators were removed to create a vast open space. This way, the central buffet stations area became more open, allowing an easygoing flow. The restaurant’s seating was also reconfigured for a less crowded experience, adding the convenience of pre-set tables and waiter-served drinks. New menus were introduced (including a smokehouse alternative), plus pre-set tables and waiter-served beverages. Among the new menu choices are hot/cold meals, light snacks, afternoon treats, alternative cuisine specialties (including Asian, Indian, Italian, Tex Mex. At the center stage, ship's chefs entertain guests through cooking demonstrations in the evenings.

(King’s Court) The Chef’s Galley area (that offers for lunch pasta and pizzas) on select evenings additionally offers Chef’s Table menu. This is a fine wine pairing and food tasting VIP dining event hosted by the ship’s Executive Chef. The buffet’s new design features modern chandeliers, new artworks (circus-themed), areas with timber flooring, lots of mirrors.

Both Grill restaurants (on Lido deck 7) were redesigned and renovated with a new color scheme, furnishings, and flooring. After the 2016 refurbishment, they both have new menus, more 2-seat tables and were reconfigured for more privacy (by increasing the space between tables).

15 new single-occupancy staterooms were added on deck 2 portside (taking space from the Casino) and deck 3L portside (in the place of the Images Photo Gallery).

The Britannia Restaurant (dining room on deck 2) was redesigned too. It was renovated with new decor and upgraded with new dining menus and the Cunard's "White Star Service" standards.

Updated menus were introduced also at Golden Lion (pub) and Veuve Clicquot (wine / Champagne bar).

30 new balcony staterooms category “Britannia Club Balcony” plus 5 Inside staterooms were added on deck 13 (in the deck’s forward part)

10 new kennels (for cats and dogs) were added to the existing 12 kennels on deck 12. This is the best amenity for passengers traveling with pets. Cruise ship kennels were the Cunard’s signature feature on the line’s former flagship RMS Queen Elizabeth 2. On the ocean liner QM2, they were first introduced at the Duke of Windsor's suggestion.

On QM2, the kennel area was expanded, an owners lounge and a new pet playground were added. The extended outdoor area is intended for dog walking and features a lamppost (from Liverpool ) and a fire hydrant (from NYC ). In 2016, Cunard partnered with Barbour (British sportswear brand) to offer smart pet accessories on the QM2 ship (including jackets, collars, leashes).

On deck 2, two of the Grand Lobby's elevators were removed. This made more space for the lobby lounge, which was also redesigned and refurbished with high-back chairs and a new Baby Grand piano.

Around 55,200 m2 (594,200 ft2) of new carpets have been laid throughout the ship. All new cruise cabins increased the QM2 ship’s capacity from 2620 passengers (max 3151) to 2726 passengers (max 3271). Refurbishment's fun facts: man-hours (over 1 million), new carpets (55,200 m2 / 594,200 ft2), new framed pictures number (4,000), hull paint quantity (over 15,000 litres / 3,962 US gallons).

QM2's drydock 2016 refurbishment cost Cunard ~GBP 90 million.

• Hotel Rooms Choose from 200 original first class staterooms and suites Specials & Packages Packages & Special Offers Services & Amenities Modern amenities and world-class service Fitness Room Rejuvenate with our fitness options
• Attractions Tours & Exhibits Get an up close and personal look at the Queen Mary with our exciting tours & exhibits Summer Event Series Explore exciting activities and special events on The Queen Mary all summer long Supper Club Enjoy dinner and a show aboard the Queen Mary Fourth of July Celebration Celebrate an all-American 4th of July aboard The Queen Mary! Queen Mary Heritage Foundation Membership Experience everything the Queen Mary has to offer with a tour package
• Dining Casual Dining Enjoy inspired meals and quick bites at our restaurants Chelsea Chowder House A contemporary restaurant offering memorable seafood dishes Bars Enjoy the 1930's classic sophistication of the Queen Mary bars Royal Sunday Brunch A local favorite, voted “Best Brunch” by OpenTable Group Dining Distinct dining options for groups of 15 or more
• Meetings & Weddings Meetings Explore one of the most unique meeting and conference venues in Southern California Weddings The Queen Mary has been host to unforgettable weddings for over 70 years Socials The Queen Mary is the ideal location for any social occasion Event Spaces Over 80,000 square feet of meeting and exhibit space across 14 Art Deco salons
• History Timeline Re-live the Queen Mary’s rich history, from her ground-breaking construction to today Stats & Fun Facts Everything you ever wanted to know about the Queen Mary Design & Preservation Learn about the era of elegant Art Deco design and how the Queen Mary is maintained with preservation projects Press Releases Press Releases about the Queen Mary Amateur Radio Discover the on-board radio stations starting in the 1960s
• Visit Hours & Parking Find open times for the Queen Mary and its dining and parking. On-Board Shopping An array of unique shops featuring souvenirs, one-of-a-kind treasures, clothing, memorabilia, historic documents, artwork and more Nearby Attractions The Queen Mary is a great central hub to all of Southern California’s most popular attractions Directions Your guide to getting to the Queen Mary
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Get an up close and personal look at the Queen Mary with one of our exciting and informative guided tours. From the ship's groundbreaking construction and royal launch as the most luxurious and technologically advanced ocean liner at the time, to her duty as a troopship during WWII, to her golden days of the 1950s, to her earning the nickname, the "haunted ship," the Queen Mary's history is full of action, adventure, romance and paranormal activity. Explore the ship bow to stern, inside and out, and hear unique stories, facts and insights about the Queen Mary with our tour expert guides.

The Glory Days

Delve into the ship's expansive past, including her groundbreaking construction, her time as a troopship during WWII and of course, her glory days as the world's most luxurious and technologically advanced ocean liner.

Haunted Encounters

Ever wanted to know some of the stories and legends regarding the famous hauntings of the Queen Mary? Then the Haunted Encounters Tour is the best place to start. This approximate one hour tour will share many of the more well-known or infamous stories of the paranormal residents that now occupy the legendary ship in a non-scary introduction to the ghostly tales of the Queen Mary.

The Steam and Steel Tour

The Steam and Steel Tour will take guests approximately 25 ' below the water line where they will have a chance to walk through Boiler Rooms 1- 4, as well as the Water Softening Plant and the Turbo-Generator Room 1.

Glory Days Tour - Presented in Spanish

El recorrido histórico de Glory Days explora el extenso pasado del barco, incluidas sus innovadoras construcciones, su época como barco militar durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial y, por supuesto, sus días de gloria como el barco oceánico más lujoso del mundo.

Hollywood Tour

Step into the glitz and glamour of the golden era of cinema as you explore the legendary ocean liner that once hosted Hollywood's elite. Walk the same decks where iconic movie scenes were filmed and soak in the nostalgia of an era filled with red carpets and celebrity soirées. This immersive experience takes you on a journey through time, offering glimpses into the ship's rich history and its role as a floating playground for the stars.

VIP Art Deco Tour

Embark on a dazzling Art Deco tour aboard the Queen Mary in Long Beach and journey into the opulent world of this iconic ocean liner. Immerse yourself in the extravagant elegance of the Art Deco era as you explore the intricate details and stylish designs that adorn the ship.

Royal VIP Tour & Afternoon Tea

Indulge in the epitome of luxury with an exclusive Royal VIP tour and Afternoon Tea aboard the Queen Mary Delve into hidden quarters and listen to untold stories of this maritime marvel. After your personalized exploration, luxuriate in the refined tradition of Afternoon Tea amidst the ship's historic charm.

Paranormal Ship Walk

Experience a more haunting side of the Queen Mary after hours. Explore various rooms or compartments seldom seen by the general public while famous stories and legends are shared about some of the past passengers aboard the legendary ocean liner.

While the tour is not meant to scare you, some locations may be too dark for younger guests.

The Grey Ghost Project

The Grey Ghost Project takes a skeptical and evidence based approach to investigating the supernatural. Join us on a 3 hour exploration using the latest tools of the trade and a combination of scientific methods.

57 Ghosts Séance

Join Apparitionist Michael Rangel in an intimate and immersive experience that will bring you face to face with the spirited passed of this historic and haunting ship.

Ship Model Gallery

Combining precision and craftsmanship in an exacting work of art, ship models evoke the fascination that we have for the sea and sea travel.

Few public figures have had more influence on modern political and social life than former British Prime Minister, Winston Spencer-Churchill. Fewer still had an ongoing relationship with the Queen Mary. To commemorate their affinity a new Churchill-themed exhibition has been brought to the Queen Mary.

Shipyard – LEGO® Ship Model

Measuring 26 feet, weighing over 600lbs. And made from 250,000 LEGO bricks, the LEGO Queen Mary brick model ship is a masterpiece to be seen. The model was designed by England’s certified LEGO Builder, Bright Bricks, Inc., to commemorate Britain’s most famous ocean liner.

The Cunard Story

The Cunard Story An exhibition on the Queen Mary, one of the most celebrated Cunard® ocean liners—explores the rich history of the extraordinary company that designed and built more than 150 ships over the past 175 years. Today, Cunard offers the most luxurious and unique cruise experiences available—adventures curated for travelers who savor the world.

Sun Deck/Bridge/Sports Deck

Sports Deck FWD | Daily 10am – 6pm

The nerve center for the entire ship. The BRIDGE includes the WHEELHOUSE, CHART ROOM, SIGNAL BRIDGE, and the DOCKING WINGS. The bridge is about 90 feet above the ship’s waterline.

Sports Deck | Daily 10am – 6pm

The Radio Room houses some of the original equipment used by the Queen Mary during her incredible career. The current radio room features an array of amateur radio equipment which has been used to broadcast communications around the world. Guests walking past the exhibit are likely to have a front-row seat of a real broadcast, as this space has been actively used since 1979.

Promenade Deck

Commodore’s office.

Promenade Deck Main Hall | Daily 2pm – 4pm

Formerly the Austin Reed of Regent Street clothing store (a famous, luxury brand clothier) the Commodore’s Office is now the day room of our ship’s Commodore, Everette Hoard. Much of this space is still very much original and intact. The Commodore’s Office features a number of the ship’s lavish furnishings; as well as some pieces from Commodore’s private collection. Guests are encouraged to stop in for a visit, or even just a photo with Commodore, our Staff Captain, or Chief Officer.

QM Heritage Room

Daily 10am – 6pm

See the ship through the eyes of those who served and sailed aboard her. The Queen Mary Heritage Room features video interviews of former crew members, war brides, and soldiers; all of whom share fond memories of this historic vessel. This rich history is the very foundation of the ship’s enduring legacy.

Promenade Deck Main Hall – Starboard Side  | Daily 10am – 6pm

This incredible exhibit features numerous models which showcase The Cunard® Line’s fleet; all the way from the historic  RMS Britannia  to ships from the current fleet, like the  Queen Elizabeth . Undoubtedly, the real showstoppers are the giant, cutaway models of:  RMS Lusitania ,  SS Normandie , and  RMS Titanic . These highly detailed, 1/48th models were all lovingly handmade by Father Roberto Pirrone, of Gardena, CA.

Features the World’s Largest LEGO ® Model of the Queen Mary. When you’re finished counting all 250,000 LEGO® blocks, see if you can spot the white, LEGO® cat.

Bow FWD  | Daily 10am – 6pm

During WWII the ship was outfitted with anti-aircraft weaponry to defend herself. This 40 mm gun is the same type of defensive weapon used onboard; to safely carry nearly a million troops throughout the war.

Promenade Deck Main Hall – Port Side  | Daily 10am – 6pm

The Music Room was a place where musicians, entertainers, lecturers, radio personalities and the like could rehearse. This upright piano is original to the ship, however, when the ship was in service a baby grand piano nearly filled this space.

Children’s Playroom

The original location of the Cabin or First Class Playroom. There were three playrooms available for the younger set on the Queen Mary. Each had a specific look, but all contained numerous toys that would appeal to both boys and girls. A Stewardess was assigned to oversee the youngsters. She would often gather the little ones and read to them. Play continued until the parents came to collect their children. The original artwork in this display came from the Tourist and Third Class Children’s Playrooms. The furniture is from all three classes.

Travel Bureau

This is the original Cabin or First-Class travel bureau as it was remodeled after WWII. The desks and chairs are those that were aboard when the ship sailed to Long Beach. Original desk top accessories and copies of brochures have been placed to show what would have been found when a passenger wished to make further travel arrangements. Here one could book another cruise on the Queen Mary or other liners and make train or plane reservations.

A-Deck FWD | Daily 10am – 6pm

The Cunard Story An exhibition on the Queen Mary, one of the most celebrated Cunard® ocean liners—explores the rich history of the extraordinary company that designed and built more than 150 ships over the past 175 years. Today, Cunard offers the most luxurious and unique cruise experiences available—adventures curated for travelers who savor the world.

Fire was a constant concern for “The Ship of Beautiful Woods.” The Fire Station was, not only, the first line of defense to protect the ship, it was also top-of-the-line technology that’s still impressive, even by modern day standards.

B-Deck FWD Portside | Daily 10am – 6pm

A mysteriously vague entry in the ship’s log, dated September 1949, states that a passenger was found dead in his cabin; which is now the hotel room referred to as B340. While no name was given, legends have claimed the victim as “Walter.” There is much lore surrounding Walter and the events that occurred in B340; and many believe that Walter is a vengeful spirit who loves to make his presence known. Reports of strange activity in B340 span from the ship’s days as an ocean liner, to the present day. Perhaps all of the activity is just Walter trying to get someone to listen to his side of the story. If you’re feeling brave enough, ask him yourself. He might just tell you.

First-Class Pool Viewing Area

Ask just about any paranormal investigator or medium about haunted locations aboard the Queen Mary , and you’ll probably hear many stories about the first-class pool. Why? Many believe this to be the most-haunted room aboard. Whether you hear about the ghost of a little girl named “Jackie” who loves to sing and play hide-and-seek with guests, or legends about this space becoming a “vortex” (whirlpool of energy) which allows spirits to pass between realms, seems like there’s one thing everyone can agree on: this famous Art Deco pool has become one of the most-visited locations on the entire ship.

Engine Room

Visitor’s Center D-Deck Stern | Daily 10am – 6pm

Venture down to the Engine Room and see the very heartbeat of this massive ship! Each of the 2 Engine Rooms contained 2 of the ship’s 4 powerful engines. These steam-powered turbine engines produced 40,000 horsepower a piece! When Queen Mary was speeding across the Atlantic at 28.5 knots, these engines would be turning the ship’s massive propellers 3 times every second! Fans of the paranormal will want to brave the Engine Room's lower level to check out the infamous watertight door 13, where guests often hear a wrench banging against the door.

Printing Press

Often described as a virtual floating city, the Queen Mary carried her own fully equipped print shop. Functioning under the direction of the ship’s purser, the print shop provided daily newspapers, programs of activities, and menus for the passengers.

Propellor Box

The Queen Mary had 4 massive propellers (or screws) to propel her through the waters at incredible speed. Each propeller was driven independently by its own turbine engine and was made of manganese bronze. The first set of propellers each measured 20 feet across and weighed 35 tons; however, these proved to produce too much vibration. The second set, and every set thereafter would consist of propellers that each measured 18.5 feet across, coming in at 32 tons each. The slightly smaller propellers proved much more effective to combat the vibration issue. In all, the Queen Mary would have 22 sets of propellers throughout her 31 years of sailing. Each time a new set would be installed, each of the propellers were so perfectly balanced that you could spin the massive propeller by hand! Visitors of the Propeller Box will be able to see the last remaining propeller on the ship.

Aft Steering

The Queen Mary had a number of backup systems to keep her functional. Aft Steering shows two redundant systems (one power steering system and one manual) by which the ship could still be steered, if her primary systems became inoperable. Additionally, visitors can also view the 3 massive electric generators, which powered the 2 hydraulic cylinders that pumped back and forth, turning the linkage which drove the rudder from side to side; thus, guiding the ship. The ship’s rudder was 3 stories tall and weighed 140 tons. At the time of its installation, this was the largest rudder ever installed on any ship!

Their Finest Hours: Winston Churchill and The Queen Mary

Learn about Winston Churchill’s relationship with the Queen which served as his sea borne war room during WWII. It is thought that Churchill traveled aboard the Queen Mary at least 10 times in both war and peace time. This exhibit includes original set pieces from the award-wining film, “Darkest Hours.” It is an in depth look into the person many consider to be the greatest statesman of the 20th century.

Sisters of the Sea

Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth, created by a ship enthusiast Tom Varney over the past 20 years. These two 8-foot beauties are 3/32” + 1-foot representations of the original liners each made of balsa wood. Walk around these works of art and marvel at these two sisters of the sea.

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We invite the community to join us for our Summer Event Series onboard the Queen Mary! Take advantage of the longer, warmer days with reoccuring monthly events through September.

Night Market

Thursdays starting may 9th.

Back by popular demand! Queen Mary’s Night Market. This event is about bringing the community and local businesses together. Great for a family night out, date night, or a hang out destination with friends of all ages. Guests can enjoy different food types and tastes from various chef extraordinaire, do a little shopping with pop-up boutiques, relax and hang out, drink a cocktail in the beer garden, and listen to live music from local artists and bands.  

Free Admission with Reservation.

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Movie Nights

Wednesdays starting may 15th.

We invite the community to join us once a month for the Queen Mary Movie Nights: Summer Series! From May to September do not miss an opportunity to enjoy a themed outdoor movie night under the stars with close friends and family. Come join us on May 15 as we kick-off the series on International Day of Families with the screening of Coco! You can Coco… for the good food, cold beverages, and great company! 

Margaritas On The Mary

Friday may 3rd.

Leave work early! Start your weekend off by joining us for Meet Me @ The Mary - Friday Margaritas from 1pm–4pm! Come embrace the warm sun outside on the deck and enjoy the beautiful city view, while sipping our famous signature margaritas and delicious tacos and swaying to the beat of the steel drums. Complimentary ship admission included with reservation. Don’t miss out!

Take a journey back in time to 1955 when Bobby Darin and Frank Sinatra ruled the airwaves and Supper Clubs ruled the night! Enjoy dinner and a show, while listening to the sounds of a 7-piece band without being afraid to hit the dancefloor.

Starting May 16th

Join us in the Queens Salon for Supper Club every Thursday from 6PM to 10:30 PM.

Ticket Price: $159 | Admission includes a 3-course served dinner, show, and dancing

Denner Menu Options:  Pan Seared Salmon, Roasted Yukon Potato, Seasonal Vegetables & Lemon Beurre Blanc | Grilled Chicken Breast, Roasted Yukon Potato, Seasonal Vegetables & Lemon Beurre Blanc | Vegan Wellington, Eggplant, Spinach, Zucchini; Vegan Cheese & San Marzano Tomato Sauce 

Parking: $10 with validation  

Celebrate an all-American 4th of July aboard The Queen Mary and enjoy a fun-filled day of good food, great entertainment, family games, activities, a World War II aircraft flyover, and a spectacular fireworks show.

Date: Thursday, July 4, 2024 Time: 3pm - 10pm

Entertainment

Verandah deck.

DJ music, commodore welcome, WWII aircraft flyover, patriotic performances, deck games, watermelon eating, best July 4th attire, and dance off contests, plus giveaways.

Fireworks viewing area.

VIP Verandah Grill

Exclusive bar and lounge, fireworks viewing area.

VIP Britannia Salon

Alternative rock band, strolling stops, premium fireworks viewing area.

VIP Capstan Deck

Private cabanas available for purchase VIP Ticket required to purchase cabanas and access VIP areas

Grand Salon

Country Band, Line Dancing and Lessons

Observation Bar

Queens salon.

Swing Lil Big Band ft. USO Girls Trio, Strolling Stops, Swing Dance Lessons and Demos

Royal Salon

Music Videos and Karaoke

Various food and beverage options will be available throughout the ship and can be purchased separately.

Self Parking

$30 per vehicle, per day.

Stay The Night

Immerse yourself in all of the July 4th festivities and spend the night in a historical stateroom. Enjoy the celebration without the worry of securing a ride home, with special room rates available for the holiday.

The Queen Mary Heritage Foundation (QMHF) is an officially recognized 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization dedicated to the historic preservation, advocacy, and education of this historic landmark.

Annual memberships include a host of benefits for year-round enjoyment while contributing to the ship's restoration.

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Tourist Class Membership

Annual Cost | $150

Membership Benefits:

- Unlimited admission for cardholder - Two (2) Day Passes (General admission tickets) per year - Hotel guest pricing for Tour/Exhibit/Attractions tickets - 24-hour presale on Queen Mary Signature Events - Discounted ticket pricing during presale for Signature Events

Membership Holders:

- All member benefits for one cardholder - All member card holders are to be designated upon membership purchase. - If cardholders are to lose their card, they will have to pay a fee to replace the lost card, with the account being associated with phone or email. - Blackout dates apply

Opportunities to donate as a non-member are also available.

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For Existing Members

Starting July 31, 2023 funds and existing memberships will transition to the Queen Mary Heritage Foundation (QMHF). New cards will be sent out to current members automatically, and membership status for current members will be active upon receiving their new card without needing to renew.

With the official recognition as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, The Queen Mary Heritage Foundation is now eligible to receive tax-deductible donations. This new status provides an invaluable opportunity for supporters to contribute to the organization's mission. As the transition to the new foundation finalizes, the newly established non-profit will work with existing members to also receive this benefit.

With the foundation receiving 501(c)(3) status, the new QMHF organization aims to broaden its outreach, expand existing programs, and explore innovative projects that align with its core mission to continue to restore, preserve and present the Queen Mary, its archival collection and educational areas that focus on the sciences.

For additional information on the Queen Mary Heritage Foundation, contact  [email protected] .

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Revealed! Queen Mary 2 Exclusive Behind the Scenes Tour

Go where no passengers have gone before.

Once off limits to all but crew and ship’s officers, Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 offers a special Behind the Scenes ship tour that takes guests where no guests have gone before. Have a meet and greet with senior officers, walk through the Queen Mary 2 from bottom to top and learn first-hand about the inner workings of this grand ocean liner.

Because of the sensitive nature of the areas visited on the ship, we were only allowed to take photos in a few of the areas. My photos, including the Bridge, are towards the end of this article…just as they were on the tour.

Where it all begins.

Tour guests gather on Deck 2 Forward at Connexions where they are met by a member of the cruise staff who will be the guide for the entire tour. In a nearby meeting room, ground rules are reviewed, safety waivers signed and a brief overview of the tour is discussed. Two security offices are introduced as they will accompany the group for the duration. Soon, everyone is led single-file into the hidden recesses of the Queen Mary 2.

Mooring Deck

The first stop is the Mooring Deck, located at the most forward area of the ship on Deck 3. The Deputy Technical Officer escorts guests across painted steel floors and explains how the thick polyester ropes are deployed to secure the ship when in port. It’s an area of heavy machinery, eight spools of tightly-rolled rope and the crushing sound of the ocean as it meets the bow.

Anchor Deck

The Deputy leads everyone to Deck 4 via a narrow staircase (part of the 222 steps on the tour) to the Anchor Deck where two 24-ton anchors are encased. He explains the anchoring procedure when the ship must remain off-shore rather than dock in a port.

Medical Centre

Next on the tour, the guide proceeds to the Medical Centre on Deck 1, where the Senior Doctor leads a tour of the facility. Almost like a small hospital, there are x-ray machines, centrifuges and several well-equipped patient rooms separated for crew and guests. Two doctors and four nurses share the duties, with one doctor always on call.

Led by the tour guide, the next jaunt runs the entire length of the ship. It’s a bustling passageway named the Burma Road. Tour guests proceed down this corridor along with crew members that must get from one end of the ship to the other. It’s along this “road” that all of the main food storage areas are located, plus the crew and officers dining rooms and lounges, and numerous, limited access stairways and elevators.

Baggage Room

Along the Burma Road, the group stops to listen to the Crew Housekeeper as he explains how the vast amount of luggage is handled at every embarkation and debarkation.

Waste Handling Room

After the Baggage Room, the group is met by the Environmental Officer at the Waste Handling Room who explains the 24-hour a day recycling operation. Crew and guest waste is sorted and separated to be recycled according to the type of material being processed. For example, the half-ton of food waste generated every day is processed and recycled into fish-food and released into the ocean. Profits from recycled materials are donated to charitable organizations.

Engine Control Room

The tour continues at the tightly-monitored Engine Control Room. Here, the Chief Engineer points out the technical details, from propulsion to electrical power generation and fuel consumption. The mechanics of the four gyroscopically-controlled stabilizers, the two fixed propulsion pods and the two reversible Azimuthing electric pods are explained.

Chief Safety Officer

After the Engine Control Room, the Chief Safety Officer awaits the group to demonstrate the fire-fighting procedure, how a fire is contained and the equipment needed to combat and perform a search and rescue operation.

Food and Beverage Manager

More than halfway through the tour, guests are introduced to the Food and Beverage Manager who escorts everyone into the cavernous, well-stocked walk-in freezer, pointing out the escape button should a crew member become locked inside. Guests also walk into the Butcher Shop and the fruit and vegetable refrigerator.

Galley Tour

Guests are greeted by the Executive Chef who leads the group on a winding walk through the main galley. The Chef describes the function of each galley area, noting that there are ten kitchens and 163 chefs located throughout the ship.

After the galley tour, guests are treated to chilled champagne and finger sandwiches, beautifully presented in a corner of the dining room.

Royal Court Theater

The second to last stop on this tour takes place backstage at the main theater. The Stage or the Production Manager presents an overview of the entertainment productions in the Royal Court Theater and then brings the group backstage to begin the tour. There is a visit to two costume-filled dressing rooms, a glance at the props and scenery suspended high above the stage and an intro into the sound and lighting computer system.

The tour concludes with what everyone has been waiting for; a visit to the Bridge and a meet and greet with the Captain. High up on Deck 12, past Senior Officers’ cabins and another security officer, guests cross the threshold onto the Bridge.

The Captain welcomes everyone and one of the Officers describes the high-tech gadgets, gizmos and buttons and explain how to read the blinking radar screens and computer-generated navigational charts.

At the conclusion of the navigational information, the Captain returns to answer questions. A professional photographer snaps a group photo with the Captain. The photo is later delivered to each cabin, compliments of Cunard .

Finally, nearly four hours later, the Behind the Scenes Tour is over. Guests receive a few souvenir logo gifts including a logo chef’s apron plus a beautiful “Behind the Scenes” lapel pin.

Bring good sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes. Leave the camera in the stateroom as no photography is permitted. It’s a spectacular tour and well worth the investment.

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Thank you for responding to my comment, I would like to know how you did this separate tour, or was you personally invited by the captain. Even if you were on a separate tour, the bridge and galley would be photo restricted areas as they are in the behind the scenes tour. Also it does not state in your piece that the photos are from a separate tour.

What does amaze me and it has nothing to do with your article is that many people seemed be allowed to go on to the bridge of the qm2 and take photos, but you go on a behind the scenes tour and no photos are allowed.

Mr. Bull, thank you for your comment. Please note that I posted NO photos from the restricted areas. We too were advised on the tour that no photography was allowed and everyone complied. The photos on the post in question were taken during a separate galley and bridge tour which are not photo-restricted areas. The front desk and Royal Court Theatre are also public areas with no photo restrictions. If you’d please re-read the article, you will see that there are NO photos posted from the nine restricted areas on the tour. Thank you.

I have just read your (Revealed! Queen Mary 2 Exclusive Behind the Scenes Tour) piece and am very angry by the fact that you were allowed take a camera on the tour with you, even though you only were able to take pictures of certain areas. My brother and myself did a behind the scenes tour as well in December 2015 and we were specifically instructed that no photography or video was allowed. This was stated on the waiver form along with the safety info. also at the end of the tour we were taken in to the royal court theater but was only told to stand on the stage and never went behind the stage itself. No Disrespect to yourself as the piece that you have written is very well detailed, but it does make me wonder if the only reason you were allowed to take photos of certain areas and publish them on the internet is so it advertises for Cunard. Its very upsetting as my brother who did the tour with me struggles to remember vividly many things so often he will carry a camera with him so he is able to look back on it. considering that he had to go on the tour without a camera, think yourself lucky. Also would be interested to know if anyone else in your tour were allowed to use a camera, as when we did our tour, the hotel manager made it very clear that no cameras were aloud. If you do see this comment and read it all, i would be interested in hearing more from yourself. Once again, no disrespect intended, I just feel annoyed after reading your piece.

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Queen Mary 2 virtual tour

Following on from the success of the 360° virtual tour we created of Queen Victoria, Pan 3Sixty were soon commissioned to produce a virtual tour of Queen Mary 2 to replace a virtual tour produced by another company. With larger, sharper, clearer and altogether more luxurious 360° panoramas, the new Queen Mary 2 virtual tour would provide a more impressive, immersive and enticing view of this magnificent ocean liner.

The photography was completed over an eight day transatlantic crossing from Southampton to New York, during which time Queen Mary 2 was carrying paying passengers. Photographing on a working ship, with models and sometimes members of the crew, provided us with a few challenges to overcome, but though meticulous panning with all parties involved, all the shoots were completed as required, on time and without disturbing any passengers. It also goes without saying that there could be no compromise on the high quality of work required by our clients.

From the grand rooms of Queen Mary 2 such as the Royal Court Theatre, Britannia Restaurant and Illuminations, through to the more intimate locations such as the Canyon Ranch Spa Club, Library and Commodore Club, 52 high resolution 360° panoramas provide Cunard customers with a comprehensive overview of this magnificent liner.

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Pan 3Sixty is a specialist photographic company producing high quality 360° virtual tours, gigapixel panoramas and panoramic photography.

Since early 1999 we have had the pleasure to work for a wide variety of clients, creating 360° virtual tours to meet a diverse range of requirements. To mention a few, commissions have taken us from the ‘Top of Europe’ at Jungfraujoch in Switzerland to the depths of First World War tunnels cut into the Somme battlefields, from the heat and the noise of the pits at the British Grand Prix to the tranquil grounds of the Henry Moore Foundation, onto the bow of Queen Mary 2 sailing into New York, into the cockpit of an Avro Lancaster, up Tower Bridge, down a mining school in Cornwall.

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